Fire & Life Safety Educator: Public Outreach

Harris County Emergency Services District No. 48; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris County Emergency Services District No. 48 (HCESD No. 48) seeks a Full-Time Fire and Life Safety Educator to advance community safety through administration, program development, and public education.

The educator delivers classes to schools, daycares, HOAs, and community groups while coordinating with CRR volunteers and partners. Qualified candidates hold an associate degree (bachelor's preferred in Education or related field) and at least one year in public education or prevention

Qualifications

• Associate Degree; Bachelor's preferred in Education or related field.
• One year of experience in public education, prevention programs, or equivalent.
• Obtain TCFP Fire & Life Safety Educator I & II within one year.
• Strong verbal/written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, presentation software, and digital media tools.
• Ability to operate assigned District vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties, including documentation, monthly reports, scheduling, and program records.
• Schedule and coordinate public education classes for schools, daycares, HOAs, and community groups.
• Work closely with CRR volunteers, interns, local businesses, and external partners during educational programs.
• Provide input regarding budget needs as requested by the Captain.
• Assist with development of fire and life safety materials (presentations, brochures, media).
• Deliver public education to audiences including schools, senior groups, youth programs, and community events.
• Collect and analyze evaluation data for CRR performance measures and accreditation.
• Represent the District professionally at public events, meetings, and partner engagements.
• Attend conferences, trainings, and seminars to maintain skillset and enhance program delivery.
• Evaluate effectiveness of CRR and safety programs, producing measurable outcomes for the Captain.
• Design or modify course materials and lesson plans aligned with District CRR objectives.
• Build and maintain partnerships with schools, nonprofits, HOAs, and public safety partners.
• Maintain strong working knowledge of District rules, SOGs, and procedures, assisting the Captain in CRR compliance.
• Respond to public inquiries and concerns in a timely, professional manner.
• Maintain strong working relationships with District staff, volunteers, and community stakeholders.
• Produce effective written and verbal communication on behalf of CRR.
• Demonstrate teamwork, professionalism, and initiative in all CRR operations

Skills

Strong verbal/written communication

MS Office proficiency

Public collaboration

Teamwork and initiative

Education

Associate Degree

Bachelor's degree preferred in Education or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Presentation software

Digital media tools

Job description

Harris County Emergency Services District No. 48 (HCESD No. 48) seeks a Full-Time Fire and Life Safety Educator to advance community safety through administration, program development, and public education.

The educator delivers classes to schools, daycares, HOAs, and community groups while coordinating with CRR volunteers and partners. Qualified candidates hold an associate degree (bachelor's preferred in Education or related field) and at least one year in public education or prevention